The average train between Swindon and Blackpool takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Blackpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Swindon and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Blackpool? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Blackpool station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Swindon to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Swindon to Blackpool train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Blackpool is 265.3 km. The road distance is 335 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Blackpool North via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 5h 5m.